Mount Baldy announces Dec. 1 opening day

Snowfall warnings might cause concerns for drivers, but they’re music to the ears of ski hill operators.

“Mother Nature blessed Baldy Mountain Resort with a big snowfall last night,” reads one excited email. Eighty-three centimeters of snow at the summit and 25 cm at the base — and counting — equals enough snow to open.”

The mountain will be opening Dec. 1, with a opening ceremony on Dec. 2 from 2-3 p.m. at The Hub (formerly the Kiosk) with MLA Linda Larson for a toast to kick off the season.

From Dec. 1 to 4, Baldy is celebrating Back to Baldy with the First Chair Festival . Sip hot chocolate around the fire pits, listen to some great bands, sample some of Firehall Brewery’s finest, and even watch a film premiere.

There’s also prizes, and special goodies, like free skiing on Sunday, for those who dress up like it’s 1968, heartening back to the mountain’s first year.